Loathsomeness — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /ˈlōth-səm/ loath·some

Meaning & Definition of Loathsomeness

Loathsomeness (adjective)

  1. giving rise to loathing, disgusting

Loathsomeness (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in hatefulness, cursedness

    similar: accursedness, cursedness, deplorableness, despicableness, detestableness, execrableness, hatefulness, reprehensibleness, badness, baseness, depravedness, depravity, diabolicalness, evil, evilness, foulness, heinousness, immorality, iniquitousness, iniquity, invidiousness, sinfulness, ungodliness, viciousness, vileness, wickedness, creepiness, eeriness, fearfulness, fearsomeness, ghostliness, ghoulishness, scariness, atrociousness, atrocity, awfulness, dreadfulness, frightfulness, ghastliness, grisliness, gruesomeness, hideousness, horridness, horror, monstrosity, repulsiveness, agony, anguish, hellishness, misery, torment, torture
    opposite: agreeableness, delightfulness, pleasantness, pleasurableness, allurement, appeal, attraction, attractiveness, desirability, desirableness

Related Entry: Loathsome (adjective)

Loathsome is a different word from Loathsomeness. The synonyms below are for loathsome, not for loathsomeness.

  1. causing intense displeasure, disgust, or resentment

    "we traced the foul smell to a pile of loathsome garbage by the back wall"

    similar: abhorrent, abominable, appalling, awful, disgusting, distasteful, dreadful, evil, foul, fulsome, gross, hideous, horrendous, horrible, horrid, nasty, nauseating, nauseous, noisome, noxious, obnoxious, obscene, odious, offensive, rancid, repellent, repugnant, repulsive, revolting, scandalous, shocking, sickening, ugly
    related: exceptionable, objectionable, brackish, disagreeable, dislikable, unpleasant, contemptible, despicable, detestable, hard, hateful, unhealthy, unsavory, unwholesome, execrable, lousy, miserable, atrocious, frightful, ghastly, grim, grisly, gruesome, heinous, horrific, horrifying, lurid, macabre, monstrous, nightmarish, sick, sickish, sickly, terrible, unspeakable, vile, off-putting, undesirable, unwanted, unwelcome, barbarous, unchristian, uncivilized, ungodly, unholy, distressing, disturbing, upsetting
    opposite: innocuous, inoffensive
    near: acceptable, agreeable, alluring, appealing, attractive, blessed, congenial, darling, delectable, delicious, delightful, delightsome, desirable, dreamy, dulcet, enjoyable, felicitous, gratifying, heavenly, inviting, likable, luscious, nice, palatable, pleasant, pleasing, pleasurable, satisfying, savory, sweet, welcome, unexceptionable, unobjectionable, healthful, healthy, restorative, salubrious, salutary, wholesome

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Loathsomeness

The most common words with a similar meaning to Loathsomeness:

accursedness, cursedness, deplorableness, despicableness, detestableness, execrableness, hatefulness, reprehensibleness, badness, baseness, depravedness, depravity, diabolicalness, evil, evilness, foulness, heinousness, immorality, iniquitousness, iniquity, invidiousness, sinfulness, ungodliness, viciousness, vileness, wickedness, creepiness, eeriness, fearfulness, fearsomeness, ghostliness, ghoulishness, scariness, atrociousness, atrocity, awfulness, dreadfulness, frightfulness, ghastliness, grisliness

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Loathsomeness

Words with the opposite meaning of Loathsomeness:

agreeableness, delightfulness, pleasantness, pleasurableness, allurement, appeal, attraction, attractiveness, desirability, desirableness

Word Forms of Loathsomeness

Derived words: loathsomely (adverb), loathsomeness (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Loathsomeness

Middle English lothsum, from loth evil, from Old English lāth, from lāth, adjective

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Loathsomeness

What does "Loathsomeness" mean?

"Loathsomeness" means giving rise to loathing, disgusting. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: giving rise to loathing, disgusting.

What is another word for "Loathsomeness"?

Other words for "Loathsomeness" include accursedness, cursedness, deplorableness, despicableness, detestableness, execrableness, hatefulness and reprehensibleness. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Loathsomeness" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Loathsomeness"?

There are 52 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Loathsomeness". Common alternatives include accursedness, cursedness, deplorableness, despicableness, detestableness, execrableness, hatefulness, reprehensibleness, badness and baseness.

What is the opposite of "Loathsomeness"?

Antonyms of "Loathsomeness" include agreeableness, delightfulness, pleasantness, pleasurableness, allurement, appeal, attraction and attractiveness.

Is "Loathsomeness" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Loathsomeness" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Loathsomeness"?

"Loathsomeness" is pronounced /ˈlōth-səm/ and divided into syllables as loath·some.

What is the origin of the word "Loathsomeness"?

"Loathsomeness" comes from Middle English lothsum, from loth evil, from Old English lāth, from lāth, adjective. First known use: 14th century.

What is another word for "Loathsomeness" meaning "as in hatefulness, cursedness"?

When "Loathsomeness" (noun) means as in hatefulness, cursedness, synonyms include accursedness, cursedness, deplorableness, despicableness, detestableness and execrableness. Opposites in this sense include agreeableness, delightfulness, pleasantness and pleasurableness.